This page covers 2 recalls, 676 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox.
19–26 mpg combined
9–12.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 6 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2015 Equinox centers on visibility and the engine. Visibility and wiper complaints make up the largest share of reports by a wide margin, with owners frequently describing wipers that streak, fail to clear properly, or stop working, along with obstructed or distorted sightlines. The engine is the second most-reported system, and the complaints there cluster tightly around excessive oil consumption. Owners across multiple reports describe needing to add a quart or more of oil between changes, with symptoms including rough running, rattling or ticking noises from the engine bay, and in some cases sudden loss of oil pressure with no prior warning light. Several owners report being diagnosed with oil consumption issues at dealerships or independent shops, with outcomes ranging from ongoing monitoring to full engine replacement.
676
Total Complaints
24
Crash-Related
6
Fire-Related
13
With Injuries
By System
The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has 2 recalls, the most serious involving the front seat-mounted side airbag inflators, which can rupture during deployment and send fragments into the cabin while leaving the airbag unable to properly protect occupants in a crash.
The second recall affects the windshield wiper system, where corroding ball joints inside the wiper module can cause one or both wipers to stop working, reducing visibility in rain or snow.
At a glance
What can fail
Ball joints in the windshield wiper module can corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the wiper module and repair or replace it at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The front seat side impact air bag inflator may rupture when the air bag deploys, potentially causing the inflator to fail or fragment.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
